Helping people is both a privilege and a responsibility. Albert Schweitzer said, My life is my argument. This is a saying I take to heart. For me to say I want to make a difference is one thing, but to live that way is an entirely different matter.
Our patients are amazing and I love helping parents and children with their smiles. The kids always put a smile on our faces. They have the best stories, and also I love seeing their confidence rise when we complete orthodontics on them.
I love working with kids because I love seeing things from their eyes. Children look at the world in a different way than adults, they have a passion for life, learning and imaginations as big as the sky. And I love the interactions I get to have with them.
My favorite things about working for Bluefish are the relationships and chance to give kids and parents preventative knowledge about oral health. Did you know that tooth decay is the second most common disease after the common cold?
I love being able to work with children and teach them how to take care of their beautiful smiles. Did you know that tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. Not even your leg bones are stronger!
My favorite thing about working for Bluefish is the amount that I have learned from my coworkers, they are great teachers and people. I also love the magic that we are able to create with the kids here at Bluefish.
I love the humans. Especially the little ones. Snuggling them makes my tail go fast. I do my best to give them loves when the doctors look at their teeth. I use my teeth to eat snacks. I love snacks. But mostly I love kids.
If theres one thing we know, its that a littlepatiencegoes a long way. Three-year-olds cry, teens endlessly forget to wear their rubber bands and insurance is confusing. When you take the time to care, each moment gets a little sweeter.
Weve been changing the lives of kids and families since 2004 in our pediatric-focused and family-oriented practice. If you want to make a change and find joy in what you do, wed love to welcome you to the team.
We are a fun, collaborative, and supportive team of staff and doctors in a high-energy, kid-approved environment. We put emphasis on preventative care, patient education, and getting kids excited to visit the dentist. If you are a self-starter who appreciates autonomy and wants to do meaningful work, join us.
Every kid is different. And every story is special. We like to get to know your family so we can help you create healthy habits, address issues early and offer preventative care that is customized to your needs. At every stage, we believe that less is more and practice minimally invasive dentistry.
Our office, in agreement with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, recommends establishing a dental home around your childs fist birthday. Having a dental home allows your child to become familiar with the dental office at an early age. These visits help establish trust and offer a fun experience.
As a parent you can prepare your child for their first visit by speaking positively about the dental office and reading age-appropriate dental books. At this age, the world is still very new to your child and fear of the unknown is both common and understandable. Saying that the dentist will check to make sure your teeth are strong can help decrease the anxiety your child may experience.
Around age 3, most baby teeth will have erupted into the mouth. Establishing good habits early will allow the dental office to be a happy place for your child. It is important to maintain healthy baby teeth for their developing eating and speaking patterns.
Healthy teeth start with good brushing, and our team loves teaching children how to brush! Because kids usually have more independence than dexterity, we also love empowering you with the best ways to supervise and help out. Our goal is to make your childs dental routine second nature.
During this transition time, we may begin to discuss phase one orthodontics. Providing interceptive or preventative orthodontics can decrease treatment time once the patient is in full braces and help correct crowding problems early on.
Teens have more influence on their own lifestyle choices. With this independence you may see an increase in cavities related to diet changes or substance abuse issues. During adolescence we discuss diet and also monitor growth.
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 87 reviews
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a year ago
Love the early appt...so see doesn't miss school :-)
Ian Trask
a year ago
The entire Bluefish staff are fantastic and the service and experience they have provided our daughter over these past two years has, and continues to be as we now near the completion of their remarkable orthodontic artwork, phenomenal!
Joey Bingham
2 years ago
They are the best!!!
Mallory Creamer
2 years ago
Horrible place! They dismissed my kids from the office because I called and canceled their appointments due to us having covid. The lady I spoke to didn't log it and it apparently it's my fault not the receptionist fault. The office manager did nothing and said there's no one higher up that I can speak to about this. I guess they want people with covid to show up to scheduled appointments since they don't have the staff to deal with people needing to cancel for a serious illness. No longer recommend this place at all!!
Callie Bertini
2 years ago
The ladies that did the work on my almost 4 year olds teeth were amazing!! He has teeth that never fused causing a cavity and possibly more if we didn't get in. Everyone is so child friendly. My son warmed right up and relaxed. They made it fast and painless as possible and when we left he said he loves the dentist! Thank you!
Erin Briggs
2 years ago
My family and I love Dr. Cate and all of her staff! They are kind, caring and incredibly knowledgeable. We always look forward to our visit!
Matthew Gwinup
2 years ago
We chose Blue fish dental at first simply as they are within walking distance of our home. And we are so glad we did! Every visit so far has been good, from basic checkups to some minor dental emergencies when the kids fell on their faces. The staff is friendly and very good with my little ones (4 and 2 yrs old). They took the time to talk to them and make them feel comfortable, and to show them what all the different tools do. My boys love getting new tooth brushes and getting a little toy at the end. If you have kids under 5 and are looking for a good dentist, I highly recommend Blue Fish dental!
East Wind Nannies
2 years ago
We are so thankful to Bluefish Dental. We were traveling through the area & my son needed a retainer. They squeezed us in with just a few days notice and were happy to help us even though we weren't established patients. The staff was very friendly! Thank you Bluefish!
Antoinette McCoy
2 years ago
They are always so good with my 3 boys and you can tell that they all care about your child!
Kimberly Moorekennedy
2 years ago
Great staff!!! So good with the kids
Caiti Stanphill
2 years ago
Dr. Care is amazing, my daughter can be a little nervous and scared but she does absolutely amazing with her. All her dental assistants ROCK!! I've got one HUGE shout out to JR the front office, she is the bees knees!!! Love her to pieces!!!
Dianne Billingsley
2 years ago
Great service, warm and friendly.
Anna Harsh
2 years ago
We have one good experience after another with Blue Fish and their staff. Great dental care, great ortho care. They listen to the kids and parents and deliver a smooth treatment plan. Have recommended them in the past and will continue in the future.
Victoria McLane
2 years ago
Absolutely love Blue Fish dental they have great staff they're very welcoming and very understanding and they are great was with my son who has autism I made it outstanding work for him with his teeth
Ian Trask
2 years ago
The entire Bluefish staff are fantastic and the service and experience they have provided our daughter over these past two years has, and continues to be as we now near the completion of their remarkable orthodontic artwork, phenomenal!
Heather Randolph
2 years ago
Amazing experience for our entire family! Dr. Cate and her team's passion for children and orthodontics is inspiring. Thank you Team Blue Fish for your awesomeness-- we Blue Fish Dental.
Matthew Krunglevich
3 years ago
An excellent place with friendly professional staff. Hip environment that is oriented towards kids. Billing and service are great and they take most insurance. They have a therapy dog on staff too for emotional support. All charts and appointments done online. Overall great experience that I would recommend for anyone.
Shayna Palanuik
3 years ago
Such an amazing place. My daughter LOVES coming here. Thank you Bluefish! You guys are awesome.
Keri Athanas
3 years ago
My kiddo has been going here since we moved to the neighborhood a few years ago, and we always have a great experience. They are very kind and patient and make kids feel really comfortable. My kid has never had a problem and he's never afraid to go back. Love how they get the little dental community together for events like baseball games (when that was a thing)
Cedric Henry
3 years ago
Best dentist! Makes everything calm and relaxing for everyone
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